Inland Waterways Plan Urges United River Improvement
Thomas R. Shipp outlines a national plan for systematic inland waterways development at the Indiana Rivers and Harbors Congress. He criticizes ad hoc spending, notes over 500 million spent since 1808, and calls for a White House governors conference in May to forge a comprehensive national program protecting natural resources and uniting river systems for national welfare. The address stresses a shift from sectional favors to a united, patriotic effort for waterways and forest protection.
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United Press
Indianapolis
Ind
United States Inland Waterways Commission
Thomas R. Shipp
Indiana Rivers and Harbors Congress
Commission
Albert Gallatin
the Treasury
National Rivers and Harbors Congress
United States
White House
Real Estate Transfers Filed With County Clerk
Real estate transfers filed since noon yesterday include L. J. Christen transferring to W. R. Pace lots 7 and 8 in block 191 and lots 1 and 3 in block 347 W D for 250 dollars and H. F. Valdez transferring to Reyes Mancha lot 6 in block 313 W D for 100 dollars.
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L. J. Christen
W. R. Pace
W. D
H. F. Valdez
Reyes Mancha
Grand Canyon Declared National Monument and Lands Added
President Roosevelt proclaims the Grand Canyon a National Monument in Arizona and adds 1,288,320 acres to the Tonto National Forest. The monument covers about 825,280 acres with a boundary set roughly one mile from the canyon rim, protecting scientific interests and scenic beauty. The Verde River watershed area in Maricopa, Gila, and Pinal counties gains National Forest status, anticipating future irrigation from the McDowell Reservoir and Salt River projects benefiting Salt River Valley.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Grand Canyon
Arizona
Tonto National Forest
Grand Canyon National Forest
United States
Colorado River
National Monument
Maricopa
Gila and
Pinal
Tonto Forest
Verde River
McDowell Reservoir
Verde
Salt River
McDowell
Reclamation Service
Salt River Valley
Great Salt River
Latin American Exposition Display Aims to Benefit U S Interests
A speaker argues that showcasing Latin American nations at the exposition will advance American interests through a creditable display. The remark suggests cooperation and cultural exchange to promote economic and diplomatic ties. The context implies a formal discussion of international relations.
Tillman Seeks Probe Over Railroads Owning Coal Mines
Senator Tillman plans a resolution demanding Secretary Bonaparte explain his authority after the decision to suspend enforcement of the railroad rate law. The move targets the Obama era policy on railroads owning mineral mines and calls for a test of the law's constitutionality.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Tillman
Bonaparte
Grand Banquet for Rio Fleet Officials In Monroe Palace
Rio de Janeiro January 21 There was a grand dinner at Monroe Palace hosted by Baron Rio Branco Minister of Foreign Affairs for the fleet officers. High cabinet and federal officials naval and military officers attended. Covers were laid for six hundred guests with toasts to Presidents Roosevelt and Penna amid festive decor.
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Rio Janeiro
Washington
Baron Rio Blanco
Monroe Palace
Roosevelt
Penna
Evelyn Cross Examined in Thaw Trial
Evelyn Thaw resumed testimony as the cross examination began. She affirmed signing an affidavit in Hummel's office promising to sue Thaw for alleged brutal abuse on the continent. Thaw denied the claims and denied telling White and Hummel that he beat her. He said Ethel Thomas was part of a blackmail scheme and no lawyer would take the case except Hummel. She noted she saw White about six times while supported by Thaw.
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United Press
New York
Evelyn Thaw
Jerome
Hummel
Thaw
White
Ethel Thomas
Army Unanimous For Canteen Reestablishment
General J Franklin Bell in his annual Chief of Staff report states the army from lowest rank to top is practically unanimous in favor of reestablishing the canteen. He notes many officers who opposed liquor now see beer sales at post exchanges as the lesser evil and urges increased numbers and pay for officers and men.
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Washington D. C
J. Franklin Bell
L Bell
Travelers of Mexican National Packing Co. Visit City
A party of fifteen representatives led by Mr J H Scott of New York, from Uruapan, Mexico, passes through in the private car Hazelmere en route to New York. Lords Chapman and Slaughter, Sir William, and many others from London and various U S cities are reported among the group and accompanying visitors.
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J. H. Scott
New York
Mexican National Packing Co
Uruapan
Mexico
Hazelmere
Mexico City
Lord Chapman and Baronee
Sir William Slaughter
London
Resignation of Rev E A Hamilton at Newman Church
The resignation of Rev E A Hamilton as pastor of the Newman Methodist Church was accepted at a special quarterly conference. Residing Elder Whitlock said church judgment would be suspended until the minister's connection with millionaire Tom Snell is clarified. He is accused of writing letters to the elderly magnate and his wife shared her views.
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Clinton
E. A. Hamilton
Newman
Whitlock
Tom Snell
Woman's suffrage bill and gas conflict in Kansas House
In Topeka on January 21, the woman's suffrage bill was unfavorably reported in the Kansas House due to lack of an emergency. A proposed measure prohibiting corporations from shipping natural gas to out-of-state customers when unable to supply in-state customers was reported favorably.
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Topeka
Kas
Mitchell speech opposes miners consolidation in farewell
In Indianapolis on January 21 President Mitchell argued against merging the Western Federation of Miners with the United Mine Workers. He said metaliferous coal miners had nothing in common.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Mitchell
Western Federation of Miners
United Mine Workers
United States to Represent at Ecuador Hundredth Anniversary
Secretary Root asked Congress for fifty thousand dollars to fund U S representation at the Quito exposition marking Ecuador’s hundredth independence anniversary. He notes Ecuador’s pioneering status among South American nations and urges zealous U S cooperation in the event and with its people.
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Washington
Root
Congress
United States
Quito
Ecuador
Haytian Revolution Linked to U S Interests
Washington officials believe the Haytian revolt is fostered if not financed by people in the United States. While billed as an election issue, some U S interests opposed to President Nord are seen hoping to spark upheaval. Nord is 56 years old.
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Washington
State Department
Hayti
United States
Nord
House endorses Taft resolution in Topeka chamber
The Kansas House of Representatives in Topeka adopted a resolution endorsing Secretary Taft. Twenty eight Democrats failed to block the measure as the vote moved to approval.
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Topeka Kas
House
Taft
Bureau Scarfs From Handkerchiefs In Simple Steps
A home craft note describes making a bureau scarf by joining three narrow hemstitched handkerchiefs for 8 to 10 cents each, adding val lace between and around, with a val lace ruffle and colored lining. A sideboard scarf uses gentlemen’s handkerchiefs with imitation lace insertion and edging.
Admiral Evans Reports Ready American Squadron
Admiral Evans told Ambassador Dudley all ships in the American squadron are in excellent condition and ready to resume their voyage. He asked Dudley to thank President Penna for the kindness shown to Americans in Brazilian waters.
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Callec Press
Rio de Janeiro
Admiral Evans
Ambassador Dudley
President Penna
Brazilian
Bill Proposes Ban On Cigarette Sale And Makings
Albany Jan 21 Assemblyman Smith introduces measure to prohibit sale or manufacture of cigarettes and all makings of tobacco. The proposal targets tobacco products and aims to curb consumption and distribution within the state.
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Albany, N. Y
To Restore Faded Colors For Babies Frocks and Coats
Practical cleaning note suggests using salts of lemon to restore faded colors on babies garments. Scald item, cool, soak about twenty minutes then turn. Dry in shade and iron gently between cloths with a warm iron. Ex
Rioting Follows Devonshire By Election Result
London reporters say a serious riot erupted after the Conservative win in mid Devonshire to fill a Commons vacancy. A mob of Liberal supporters attacked citizens in Newton and damaged the interiors of several buildings.
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House of Commons
London
Mid
Devonshire
Newton
Information Wanted for Enrique Dominguez Location Seek
The mother and family of Enri que Dominguez seek his whereabouts He left Mexico City about fourteen years ago and was last heard in Laredo Texas about ten years ago Any person knowing his whereabouts should contact Salvador Dominguez D Juan Manuel No 13 Mexico D F or I Alexander Laredo Texas All papers please copy
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Enrique Dominguez
Mexico
Laredo
Texas
Salvador Dominguez
Juan Manuel No. 13
D. F
I. Alexander
The Orthodox View in a Fiery Exchange
Marryat questions Mugley about divorce. Mugley declares fighting spirit and a finish as his stance, saying he believes in a contest to the end. The exchange reveals a blunt clash over personal vows and resolve.
Loser. Question on Mrs Rogers and new furs this winter
A fragmentary remark about Mrs Rogers potential new furs this winter after a bridge game, reflecting a casual social exchange from an unspecified source. The line shows conversational gossip tone without a clear event or outcome.
Copyright Quest Reaches for Own Name in Court
A man seeks to secure copyright for a girl described as his, asking a parson for help in obtaining protection under his own name as reported by the New York Press. The exchange highlights early copyright concerns and personal claims in literary circles.
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Parson
New York Press
Young Baby Nurse Notice Causes Curious Question
A London Globe morning paper item asks if a nurse seeking to care for a young baby aged about eighteen is unusually young for such a role. The brief barb implies public curiosity about baby care norms and employment age.
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London Globe
The Average Man Quote from Chicago Tribune
A passage features a father question about the average man and a defining answer from the Chicago Tribune, describing an average man as someone who secretly believes he possesses superior qualities.
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Chicago Tribune
Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup Ad
A cautioned ad promotes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as a non opiate remedy that treats coughing by stimulating the bowels to expel the cold. It claims the syrup is pleasant for children and is sold by Reed's Drug Store.
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Kennedy
Reed’s
Onion Diet Promoted By Doctor For Prevention Of Scurvy
Dr Henry L Salsbury advocates raw onions three times weekly for sailors to prevent scurvy and improve red blood cells He praises onions as a substitute for mineral sulfur and recounts a hunting camp tale of Bermudas onions improving health, noting the tale’s humorous points about temperance and cooking tips.
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Henry L. Salsbury
Adirondacks
Onchiota
Bermuda
New York Press
Father and mother uncover a letter from the past
In a Chicago paper a daughter reveals a love letter dated October 2, 1863 found in a cedar chest. The parents clash over the letter until a memory ties it to the father. The girl admits she hid it to spare them from anger.
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Chicago
Pay Grave Enough Center of Gravity Probe Quote
A cryptic fragment notes a phrase about gravity and an Englishman in the crowd. The remark appears to reflect a historical or literary aside rather than a clear event or person. No verifiable names, dates, or places are present in the readable text.
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